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sgomezy03 in Donna, Texas |
Life of an OTCan anyone who is an OT or OTA describe a regular work day be like? How many days a year do you get off? I'm going through a career change and would... |
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sgomezy03 in Donna, Texas Updated 5 months ago |
OT OR PT?!?!? - 76 RepliesDoes anyone have any CHARTS, GRAPHS, VIN DIAGRAMS ANYTHING comparing the academic curriculum of PT and OT for an Undergraduate, Graduate, and... |
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worried in Macomb, Michigan |
What setting would be best for me to work in? I'm nearing graduation and I have a bad shoulder and a bad hip :(Yes it seems out of the ordinary. I'm a man in my late 20's and I have managed to tear the labrum in both of my shoulders and I'm pretty sure I... |
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nadrouj in Glen Ellyn, Illinois |
Questions For OT'sHere's some questions for all you practicing OT's. I'm asking these questions for school and my own personal research. You don't have to answer all... |
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OT Tomm in San Diego, California |
Volunteering for OT Master's ProgramI'm currently seeking a place to fulfill my volunteer prerequisite for OT school. Does anyone have any advice or useful experience on this topic?... |
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Heather L Eldridge in saint cloud, Minnesota Updated 5 months ago |
What is an OTR? - 9 RepliesI'm new to this field, I have a bachelors in journalism, and 7 years of pharma sales experience...LOL! But I don't know what that means? Please... |
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jourdyhu in Lombard, Illinois Updated 5 months ago |
Interviewing OT's!! - 1 ReplyHi everyone. I know this is a forum for sharing your experiences as occupational therapists, to unload and learn. I myself am thinking of going into... |
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Anon in Hollywood, Florida Updated 6 months ago |
Both an OT and PT? - 7 RepliesHi everyone! I'm curious to know the schooling, accurate job description, and salary of both an OT and PT. Which do you find more rewarding and why?... |
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cb in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Updated 6 months ago |
OT in acute care hospital setting - 43 RepliesI'm a new grad and have been working in acute care hospital as an OT for about 1 year. I've become increasingly frustrated with this setting, and OT... |
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othealth2012 in San Jose, California |
Is VCVC required for all international graduates or one who aren't US CitizensHello, Is VCVC required after NBCOT OTR exam for all international graduates (Bachelors outside US) or the one who are not US Citizens ?. The... |
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JMP in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Hand Therapy Certificate programDid you know there is Hand Therapy Certificate Program at Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions. The head of the program is... |
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jen in Chicopee, Massachusetts Updated 6 months ago |
OTA or straight for Master's OTR? - 18 RepliesI've been doing some research about the OT and OTR field. Question... is it really a waste of time to go to OTA school? I see a lot of people... |
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megamoxie in Anchorage, Alaska |
Pros and Cons of Occupational TherapyHi, I was wondering if anyone could offer any advice or insight on the field of occupational therapy. I was interviewed for graduate school but I... |
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Wingz26 in Chicago, Illinois Updated 6 months ago |
Need some advice - shadowing/volunteering issues - 2 RepliesHi, I am thinking of making a career switch from finance to either PT or OT, they seem to fit me much better. I shadowed a couple of years ago but... |
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George in Jeffersonville, Indiana Updated 6 months ago |
Home Health Care Per visit rate - 6 RepliesHi I currently work as an OT for a home health care agency on salary. I make 42 an hour and work 40 hours. We are being pushed to move to per... |
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Lizbeth in San Diego, California |
Where are most of the jobs for Occupational Therapy AssistantHi, I would like to know where are most of the jobs for OTA, Skill nursing facilities, office therapy, pediatric, I don't know? This questions is... |
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john cameo in Tel Aviv, Israel |
House callsHi, I work at a family medicine center. Two days ago, an old friend of my father asked me to treat him as a favour. I went to his home and gave... |
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OT - New Grad in SF, California Updated 7 months ago |
Military OT - 3 RepliesI'm starting OT school in the fall and I'm a little concerned about the debt I'll have upon graduation. I know each branch of the military has a form... |
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OTGUYMA in Worcester, Massachusetts |
School-Based Occupational TherapyHey Everyone, I am planning to start a masters program in occupational therapy in 2013 with the hopes of eventually being an OT in the pediatric... |
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LoufromLou in Louisville, Kentucky |
Daily LifeHello could some of you please describe your work setting and your typical daily activities? How many patients you see, what you wear, you level of... |
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clockers25 in Phoenix, Arizona |
LATEST EDITIONS:OT BOOKS!!! LIKE NEW!!!email me at clockers25@gmail.com for list |
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anOT2be in Davenport, Florida |
Junior in College Seeking AdviceHi everyone! I am currently a junior majoring in Psychology with plans to attend grad school for OT. Being that there is not an Occupational... |
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1mollyc in Phoenix, Arizona Updated 8 months ago |
finding a job and salary - 2 RepliesI RARELY hear of OT grads who cannot find work or a nice paying job. The lowest I have heard of an OT making is in the 50's to start. I was... |
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1mollyc in Phoenix, Arizona Updated 8 months ago |
can being ethnic work in my favor - 1 Replyplease don't take this post the wrong way--but when applying for ot grad school can ethnicity be factored into decision making? Meaning if I'm not... |
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1mollyc in Phoenix, Arizona |
Upstate New York, job opportunities and salariesHello, I am a 3rd year OT student in AZ. My husband and I are looking to move to Ithaca, NY and I wanted to get a better idea of realistic salary... |
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Ped OT in San Diego, California Updated 8 months ago |
BS/MS program or get bachelor's then apply to master's? - 18 RepliesHi, I am considering the BS/MS programs at Texas Women's University or San Jose State University. Is that an easier or tougher route than getting... |
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OT SNF in Hendersonville, Tennessee |
How to survive a SNF?I am an OT about to begin work in a SNF after years of working in home health. Are there any OTs out there who have SNF experience and are willing... |
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natasha in Brooklyn, New York Updated 8 months ago |
Career Change to OT - 8 RepliesHi everyone - I am 30 yrs old and have been working as a web developer since college {bachelor of science in marketing} but I am looking to switch... |
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Reah in Middletown, Rhode Island |
Schools in North CarolinaI'm looking to apply to Masters Programs this fall but I also hope to move to North Carolina this year and wanted to see if anyone knew anything... |
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JB in Albany, New York Updated 8 months ago |
Master's in OT with Bachelors in another subject. - 1 ReplyHi everyone, I have my bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am currently working for a non-profit agency and have gained a great interest in OT... I... |
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JB in Albany, New York Updated 8 months ago |
Is SUNY Downstate competitve to get into? - 11 RepliesI'm looking into applying for Suny Downstate Medical Center, so I was wondering if anyone knows if this school is competitive, and what are they... |
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OT123 in Los Angeles, California Updated 8 months ago |
Switched from Psych to OT, having severe problems with eligibility for grad school. - 1 ReplyI graduated as a psych major but I want to go into OT, as it overlaps nicely. But as I apply for grad school, it seems they are trying to make it... |
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Nicolove09 in Highland Lakes, New Jersey Updated 9 months ago |
Confused Caring College Student. Any advice would be helpful - 2 RepliesHello I'm 21 years old and just starting out. I feel I'm very much drawn to helping others and having that special connection with them. I was going... |
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jnm3079 in Hollywood, Florida |
Inpatient rehab: pillow case vs. terry cloth towel to cover coldpack? Does it really matter?I am an OT working in inpatient rehab for 6 years. I am writing because of something that happened at work today and I was wondering if anyone has an... |
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Sarah in Westminster, California Updated 9 months ago |
jobs in OT other than assisted living and globally disabled - 2 RepliesHi I was just wondering if there were other sectors of OT other than working with old people in assisted living, the globally disabled or autistic... |
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SarahOT in Mobile, Alabama |
Rehab Tech position to gain experienceHello all! So I'm trying to get into OT school but may have to wait until next year so I'm just looking for jobs right now. There are several rehab... |
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interestedinOT in Rochester, New York Updated 9 months ago |
job market after school? - 1 ReplyI was wondering if anyone could provide some insight on the OT job market for new grads. I have heard SNFs have the most jobs available for OTs... |
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otinthefuture in Rochester, New York |
Director of Rehab/Supervisory PositionsHello everyone. I was wondering if anyone has any experience working in a supervisory/management role in OT? I would like to one day run a rehab... |
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OT_Danielle in Edmonton, Alberta Updated 9 months ago |
Cover letter help for OT - 2 RepliesCan anyone help me with a cover letter for OT hospital positions? I have applied for So many jobs get no replies can anyone help please. Tnx. |
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otinthefuture in Rochester, New York Updated 9 months ago |
Advice please!! What would you do? - 4 RepliesI am supposed to be enrolled in a 3 year MOT program come this fall. The high price tag of said program will leave me with a combined Bachelor/Grad... |
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Aberrios in Louisville, Kentucky |
need for cota'sgood afternoon i am thinking of pursuing an associates in becoming a certified occupational therapist. i currently hold a bachelor of science. i have... |
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thisisit in Brooklyn, New York Updated 9 months ago |
Occupational Therapists in Central NJ - 1 ReplyIt's seems as if Occupational Therapaists are hard to find in Central New Jersey. Does anyone have any referrals of anyone in Central New Jersey... |
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Sully in Chelsea, Massachusetts Updated 9 months ago |
I am looking to form a study group or find a study partner for the NBCOT exam! - 40 RepliesI graduated a few years ago and have a masters degree in occupational therapy. Unfortunately, I have taken the national boards exam 5 times and have... |
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Julie in Stuart, Florida Updated 9 months ago |
Anyone afraid the demand will sink for OT? - 6 RepliesHello everyone, I am considering applying to MOT programs in Chicago this year. I am just a little nervous since the program is so expensive and I... |
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SarahOT in Mobile, Alabama |
Waiting for admission to OT schoolI've applied to a couple of OT schools this year, but I'm worried that I won't be accepted this time around. What do you all think I should do in... |
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OTDUDE in Brooklyn, New York Updated 10 months ago |
Are there a lot of OTs who want to work in Dallas? - 2 RepliesDoes anyone have any ideas as to how I can find OTs who are interested in working in Dallas, TX area? May be local newspapers or online communities?... |
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Jane in Pompano Beach, Florida Updated 10 months ago |
OT jobs in south Florida-chances for entry level - 2 RepliesHi Everyone, Is it easy for a graduate from an MOT program to get a job in south Florida- Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton...? What is the general... |
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Dawn in Houston, Texas Updated 10 months ago |
Helpful entry level jobs to hold while going to school for OTR? - 4 RepliesFor a student interested in becoming an OTR, what are some entry level jobs you can hold to assist you in gaining employment in the field? This is... |
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BreeLove in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Updated 10 months ago |
Tuition to high plus changes in Student Loan 2012! Screwing students over... - 2 RepliesOh the crippling debt! How are we suppose to even afford school if the tution is so high and now there's not grace period. In addition to paying... |
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oglesbychelsea in Jacksonville, Florida Updated 10 months ago |
Fufilling the dream of OT - 3 RepliesHi. I'm a 29 year old married female going on 30. I would really like to continue my education, as I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. The... |
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